Vascular Sonographer

We're offering a generous sign-on bonus of $15,000 to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.
The Vascular Sonographer is responsible for performing non-invasive vascular ultrasound examinations to evaluate blood flow and vascular structures. This role utilizes specialized ultrasound equipment to obtain high-quality diagnostic images, assess vascular abnormalities, and support physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of vascular conditions. The Vascular Sonographer ensures patient safety, comfort, and adherence to established clinical protocols while delivering exceptional patient care.
Essential Functions
-Perform vascular ultrasound examinations in accordance with physician orders and established departmental protocols.
-Prepare patients for vascular studies by explaining procedures, reviewing relevant medical history, positioning patients appropriately, and ensuring patient comfort throughout the examination.
-Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment, including transducers and imaging systems, to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
-Evaluate and interpret ultrasound findings to identify vascular abnormalities, including arterial and venous disease, stenosis, occlusions, aneurysms, and other circulatory disorders.
-Accurately document examination findings, measurements, and preliminary observations in the electronic medical record and reporting systems.
-Communicate significant or urgent findings to physicians and other healthcare providers in a timely manner.
-Ensure compliance with infection prevention, patient safety, and quality assurance standards.
-Maintain equipment functionality by performing routine quality control checks and reporting equipment issues as needed.
-Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to support coordinated patient care.
-Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to all regulatory and organizational policies and procedures.
-Participate in continuing education and professional development activities to maintain clinical competency and certification requirements.

Education

• Associate's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Vascular Technology, or a related field required.

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.

Experience

• Previous experience performing vascular ultrasound examinations preferred.

• Experience in a hospital, outpatient, or vascular laboratory setting preferred.

At Mass General Brigham, our employees are our most important resource. We are committed to ensuring employees have access to a benefits package that is comprehensive, contemporary, and highly competitive. We offer a full range of benefits that meet the needs of you and your family, including programs to support your health, financial well-being, and life.

Offerings include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• A robust retirement savings program
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance and professional development support
• And other perks!

We are currently hiring a full-time, 36-hour Vascular Sonographer to work on site at our 2014 Washington Street, Newton location Tuesday - Friday 7:00 am and 4:30 pm (with options for a 40 hour work week)! Our Vascular Sonographers play a vital role in providing high-quality care to our cardiovascular patients.

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.